In the Table view, every managed storage array is listed once, regardless of the number of attachments it has in the Tree view. After the storage array has been contacted by MDSM, an icon representing its hardware status appears. Hardware status can be Optimal, Needs Attention, or Fixing. If, however, all of the network management connections from the storage management station to the storage array shown in the Tree view are Unresponsive, the storage array status is represented as Unresponsive.

In the EMW Status Bar and the AMW Status Bar, the icons also have these behaviors:

•Hold the mouse over the icon in the EMW Status Bar and the AMW Status Bar to show a tooltip with a brief description of the status.

•The icons for the Needs Attention status and Unresponsive status appear in EMW Status Bar and the AMW Status Bar if there are discovered storage arrays with either condition.

The EMW Tree view has additional status icons that are shown in the following table.

Table 19-3. Additional Status Icons

Status

Icon

Description

 

 

 

Unsupported Alerts

 

Setting an alert on a s storage array with a Needs

with a Needs

 

Upgrade status is not supported. In this case, the

Upgrade Status

 

storage array shows both a Needs Upgrade status

 

 

and an Unsupported Alerts icon in the Tree view.

 

 

The Unsupported Alerts icon indicates that the

 

 

storage array cannot be monitored.

Alert Set

 

If you installed the Event Monitor with MDSM,

 

 

and if you have set alerts, the Alert Set icon

 

 

appears next to the storage array status in the

 

 

Tree view for which the alerts have been set.

Setting an Alert at

 

You can set alerts at any of the nodes in the Tree

the Parent Node

 

view. Setting an alert at a parent node level, such

Level

 

as at a host level, sets alert fir any child nodes. If

 

 

you set an alert at a parent node level and any of

 

 

the in-band storage array child nodes have a

 

 

Needs Upgrade status, the Alert Disables status

 

 

icon appears next to the parent node in the tree

 

 

view.

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MD3620F, MD3600f specifications

Dell's MD3620F and MD3600F storage arrays are designed for businesses seeking dependable, high-performance storage solutions tailored to meet the demands of modern data management. These models offer a blend of scalability, efficiency, and advanced features, making them well-suited for a range of applications, from virtual environments to critical database operations.

One of the primary features of the MD3620F and MD3600F is their support for a hybrid storage architecture. This approach allows organizations to combine flash storage with traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) to optimize performance and cost. The MD3620F focuses heavily on all-flash configurations, delivering exceptional speed and lower latency, ideal for I/O-intensive workloads.

Scalability is another hallmark of these storage solutions. The MD3600F allows users to scale up to 120 drives, providing robust capacity to meet growing data needs. The MD3620F is engineered for environments where data availability and speed are paramount, with support for high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) and consistent performance under stress.

In terms of data management, both systems integrate with Dell’s proprietary software, which enhances operational efficiency through features like automated tiering. This technology optimizes data placement between different storage types based on access frequency, ensuring that hot data is readily available while reducing costs associated with less critical data.

Reliability is crucial for businesses that depend on their storage systems. The MD3620F and MD3600F come equipped with advanced data protection mechanisms, such as RAID support, which safeguards against data loss, and snapshot capabilities that provide point-in-time copies of data. Moreover, these solutions include hot-swappable components, ensuring minimal downtime for maintenance and repairs.

Connectivity is also a strong suit of these storage arrays. They support multiple connectivity options, including SAS and iSCSI, allowing for flexible integration into existing IT infrastructures. This adaptability enhances their appeal to a wide range of enterprise environments.

In summary, the Dell MD3620F and MD3600F stand out as robust storage solutions with a combination of hybrid and all-flash configurations, scalability, advanced data management tools, and enhanced reliability features. These characteristics make them ideal for organizations looking to enhance their data storage capabilities while maintaining high performance and efficiency.
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